ADC Adscope Sprague Rappaport Stethscope Instructions
- June 6, 2024
- ADC
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Adscope ® Sprague
Instructions for Use
Thank you for choosing an ADC ® Adscope ® Stethoscope. Your new stethoscope is designed to provide unsurpassed acoustic sensitivity, unrivaled durability, and unparalleled comfort. Every component has been carefully designed to maximize performance.
Device Description and Intended Use
This device is intended for medical diagnostic purposes only. It can be used for listening to heart, lung, and other body sounds as well as for normal auscultation. The device is not designed, sold, or intended for use except as indicated.
Symbol Definitions
The following symbols are associated with your stethoscope.
Symbol|
Definition
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****| Important Warning/Caution
| Not made with natural rubber latex
| Phthalate-free
| Medical device
Symbol
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Definition
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| Conforms to EU standards
| Authorized European
Representative’s information
| Manufacturer’s information
| Read instructions before use
**General Warning
**
A warning statement in this manual identifies a condition or practice that, if not corrected or discontinued immediately, could lead to patient injury, illness, or death.
WARNING: Never use a stethoscope without ear tips firmly locked in place.
WARNING: Stethoscope contains small parts which may present a choking
hazard.
WARNING: Cross-contamination of the stethoscope could cause patient
infection. Clean and disinfect stethoscope between uses as described in
Cleaning, Disinfection, and Storage.
WARNING: Eartips can be swallowed and cause a choking hazard. Ensure all
parts are properly attached and stored.
WARNING: Stethoscope tubing can be a strangulation hazard. Keep away from
children.
NOTE: When first unpacked, your Sprague tubing may experience some kinks
from the packaging. This is normal. To uncurl, hang the scope for 24 hours at
room temperature.
Chestpiece Options
The ADC Sprague design utilizes five different interchangeable chestpiece attachments (three bells and two diaphragms) to detect a broad frequency range in both pediatric and adult patients. The chestpiece drum accommodates two different chestpiece attachments of your choice at one time. Select the type that best suits the intended patient application.
Adult diaphragm assembly – for filtering out lower frequencies and
accenting the higher ranges in adults.
Pediatric diaphragm assembly – for detecting high pitched murmurs in
infants and children.
1 1/4″ bell – for detecting low and medium-pitched sounds and murmurs in
adults.
1″ bell – for detecting low and medium-pitched sounds and murmurs in
children.
3/4″ bell – for detecting low and medium-pitched sounds and murmurs in
infants.
Chestpiece attachments can be affixed by threading clockwise until tight. To remove, twist in a counterclockwise direction. (Figure 1)
Selection of the Chestpiece
On ADC Adscope Spragues, the entire chestpiece rotates 180° permitting the selection of one side. (Only one side is operable at a time.) ADC’s patented valve mechanism eliminates virtually all-acoustic leakage from the inoperable side.
To select the side in operation, hold the chestpiece stem in one hand and rotate the chestpiece with the other hand until a click is felt and heard. A light tap on the diaphragm or bell will help determine which side is in operation as well.
Chestpiece Key
ADC’s proprietary chestpiece design and slotted key allow you to tighten the
pediatric or adult assembly as securely as you like (to reduce the risk of
loss) without fear of being unable to disassemble the rim in order to replace
a worn or broken diaphragm (a problem that often plagues less costly Sprague
scopes).
Replacing the Diaphragm
To replace a diaphragm, remove the desired assembly by gripping the assembly
firmly and turning counterclockwise.
To loosen the diaphragm rim, insert the key into the two slots on the threaded
portion, located on the underside of the assembly. While holding the rim
steady, turn the key counterclockwise to loosen the rim.
Remove worn diaphragm and replace with new. Reassemble the rim, and tighten by
turning the key clockwise until tight. Then reassemble the diaphragm rim back
onto the chestpiece drum by turning clockwise until tight.
Adjusting the Binaurals
To obtain the most comfortable acoustically sealed aural fit, rotate each
binaural tube approximately 15° forward, towards the bridge of your nose.
Simply twist each tube where it enters the tubing.
Adjusting the Spring Tension in the Binaurals
To reduce the tension, grip the binaural firmly using both hands with fingers
at the base of the binaural, thumbs at each side just before the binaural
meets the tubing. Flex binaural spring gradually until desired tension is
obtained. To increase the tension, grip the binaural in the hand and squeeze
the binaural tubes together gradually.
Caution: Excessive adjustment of the spring tension could weaken the
spring.
Care and Maintenance
- Avoid extreme heat, cold, solvents, or oils.
- Do NOT leave exposed to direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time.
- Binaurals and tubing can be wiped down with alcohol or mild soapy water.
- Eartips may be unscrewed from the binaural for a thorough cleaning.
- Periodically check that eartips are tightly secured to the binaural.
- Do NOT immerse stethoscope in any liquid or subject to steam sterilization.
- If sterilization is necessary, gas sterilize only.
Replacement Parts List
Ref.
No.| ltem#| Part Name|
Qty.
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1| 640-01D| Chestpiece Drum Assembly| 1
2| 640-02S| Retaining Ring, Ped.| 1
3| 640-03S| Diaphragm, Ped.| 1
4| 640-15| Zinc Disk, Ped.| 1
5| 640-14| Zinc Disk, Adult| 1
6| 640-03| Diaphragm, Adult| 1
7| 640-02| Retaining Ring, Adult| 1
8| 641-05T| Tubing, 22″ (spec. color)| 2
9| 640-16| Tubing Clip| 2
10| 640-05| Binaurals with 640-07 Eartips| 1
11| 640 – 07| Eartips, Black, Soft| 2
Ref.
No.
| Item,/| Part Name|
Qty.
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12| 640-10| Eartips, Clear, Soft| 2
13| 640-11| Bell, 1 1/4″| 1
14| 640-12| Bell, 1″| 1
15| 640-13| Bell, 3/4″| 1
16| 640-18| Accessory Pouch| 1
17| 640-19| Chestpiece Key| 1
18| 640-09| Eartips, Black, Hard| 2
3| 640-03S| Diaphragm, Ped. (spare)| 1
6| 640-03| Diaphragm, Adult (spare)| 1
–| 640-06| Tubing Caps| 2
LIMITED WARRANTY
ADC warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service as follows:
- Warranty service extends to the original retail purchaser only and commences with the date of delivery.
- Your Adscope Sprague stethoscope is warranted for five years from the date of purchase (all parts).
What Is Covered: Replacement of parts, and labor.
What has Not Covered: Transportation charges to and from ADC. Damages caused by abuse, misuse, accident, or negligence. Incidental, special, or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental, special, or consequential damages, so this limitation may not apply to you.
To Obtain Warranty Service: Send item(s) postage paid to ADC, Attn: Repair Dept., 55 Commerce Dr., Hauppauge, NY 11788. Please include your name and address, phone no., proof of purchase, and a brief note explaining the problem.
Implied Warranty: Any implied warranty shall be limited in duration to
the terms of this warranty and in no case beyond the original selling price
(except where prohibited by law).
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights
which vary from state to state.
For Australian Consumers
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian
Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure
and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are
also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be
of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
To register your product visit us at: www.adctoday.com/support/warranty-
registration
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